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Where Ziggy Stardust began: David Bowie’s childhood home in London for Sale
A modest Victorian terrace in Bromley with a brief but meaningful link to David Bowie has been listed for sale.
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Gumtree and Homely partnership delivers success
In a bold move that's reshaping how Australians search for property, Gumtree and Homely have joined forces to deliver more reach, better leads, and greater value for agents—without the added cost. Just six months in, the results speak for themselves.
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Jellis Craig expands Boroondara presence with launch of Surrey Hills office
Victoria’s premiere real estate group, Jellis Craig, has further strengthened its foothold in Boroondara with the opening of a new office in Surrey Hills – expanding the total number of offices in the Jellis Craig Boroondara group to four.
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Slowing inflation could mean a May rate cut is coming
Inflation has officially returned to the Reserve Bank of Australia's target band for the first time in over three years, setting the stage for a potential interest rate cut next month.
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Experienced father-son team launch Ray White Tingalpa
Ray White has expanded its presence in Brisbane's Eastern suburbs with the launch of Ray White Tingalpa, led by seasoned father-and-son team Shaun and Mitch Witherow.
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From smartphone to sold: how Matterport’s new features make virtual tours accessible for every agent
Virtual property tours are no longer a luxury, they’re fast becoming a standard in real estate marketing. Matterport’s Senior Director of Sales & Partnerships, Mark Teo, explains how new tools like smartphone scanning, Property Intelligence, and intuitive navigation features are empowering agents of all experience levels to create high-quality virtual tours — no tech background required.
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Home prices reach new record high
Australian home prices have hit a new record high in April, with the national median price rising 0.20 per cent to reach $805,000, as regional areas continue to outpace capital cities in growth.
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Kiwi property market defies global trends
Despite ongoing global economic uncertainty, New Zealand’s property market has remained steady in April, with national prices holding firm and stock levels rising, according to the latest figures from realestate.co.nz.
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Brent Pullar appointed as Director of Growth at Harcourts
Harcourts is proud to announce that Brent Pullar, a respected real estate veteran with over 30 years of experience, has stepped into the role of Director of Growth in Victoria.
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Breaking free: how Leon & Chané take control with their own brand
After 15 years in real estate, Leon and Chané launched their own brand with OASIS powered by @realty, finding the financial freedom and support they'd long sought. "This is by far the best support we've ever received," says Chané of the platform that transformed their business through superior commission structure and marketing resources.
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Luxico launches exclusive membership as Billion Dollar Playground prepares for premiere
Blending five-star hotel service with the privacy of Australia's most breathtaking homes, Luxico’s new membership model promises curated stays, VIP treatment, and experiences even the best hotels cannot match.
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Premium suburbs lead the wave of knockdowns
Melbourne and Sydney are leading the knockdown and rebuild trend with over 30,000 homes approved for demolition in each city between 2019 and 2024, according to new research.
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Western Australia has the strongest economy but Queensland’s rising
Western Australia has retained its position as Australia's best-performing economy for the second consecutive quarter, while Queensland has climbed to share second place.
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Industry faces critical anti-money laundering compliance deadline
Australia's real estate industry must prepare for significant regulatory changes as the government introduces mandatory anti-money laundering reforms with a fast-approaching deadline.
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Fresh energy for RWC Robina
RWC Robina is proud to welcome respected commercial property expert Richard McCouaig to lead the relaunch of its commercial division, bringing a fresh wave of energy, knowledge, and experience to the Gold Coast's ever-evolving property market.
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Former A-League Goalkeeper Adam Pearce kicks off career in real estate with Harcourts
Adam Pearce, a former professional goalkeeper with over seven years in the A-League and time spent as part of the Central Coast Mariners, has made a bold career pivot from football to real estate.
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Luxury meets rock legacy: Gene Simmons’ Beverly Hills house hits the market
Rock legend Gene Simmons is ready to part with his ultra-modern Beverly Hills home — but only to the right buyer. Listed at $13.995 million (approx. AUD $21.5 million), the sleek hillside property offers smart-home features, city-to-ocean views, and a clear warning: “No schmucks.”
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Housing taxes and regulations hindering federal affordability measures
State government taxes and regulations are threatening to undermine federal efforts to improve housing affordability.
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Sydney has the most unaffordable electorates
Sydney dominates the nation's housing affordability crisis, with 12 of Australia's 20 most unaffordable electorates located in the harbour city,
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Lukas Pedder: From professional soccer to real estate in Mildura
Former professional soccer player Lukas Pedder has established a successful real estate business in Mildura since joining Area Specialist, growing from scratch to a team of five in less than two years.
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Retirement living reforms could unlock nearly 60,000 homes
Proposed reforms to retirement living policies could release almost 60,000 homes back into the Australian housing market, helping to address the nation's housing crisis.
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Rebecca Cuderman launches NGU Logan
Award-winning Queensland agent Rebecca Cuderman has launched her own business under the NGU Real Estate banner, opening the doors to NGU Logan with a strong foundation and ambitious growth plans.
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Kathy Sweeney focuses on growth with new BDM role
Real estate leader Kathy Sweeney reimagines the Business Development Manager role beyond growth metrics, focusing on client experience and relationship building. The award-winning broker owner, who transitioned from sports management to real estate, embodies her "never give up" philosophy while finding fulfillment in others' success.
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Stability amid the storm: Why commercial property remains the safe haven for investors
With policy uncertainty and shifting economic conditions casting a shadow over global markets, commercial property continues to prove itself as a reliable anchor for investors.
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What is the impact of transport infrastructure on house prices?
Major transport projects like Sydney’s WestConnex, Melbourne’s Level Crossing Removal, Brisbane’s Cross River Rail and Perth’s Metronet are reshaping city living. Beyond cutting commute times, these upgrades are driving shifts in property values across surrounding suburbs—changing how Australians buy, sell and invest in real estate.
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New Zealand housing market finds its feet
New Zealand's housing market has found some stability following recent interest rate cuts, though experts warn there may be pressure ahead from slowing migration and international trade tensions.
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Jodie Jacobson: from cancer survivor to real estate success
Jodie Jacobson survived breast cancer and then decided to chase her passion in real estate with Besser & Co.
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The ultra-rich hideaway you’ve never heard of
A tiny, secretive city in California has become a haven for billionaires and multi-millionaires seeking privacy, exclusivity and sprawling estates hidden behind gates and security guards.
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Easter break sees auction volumes plummet nationwide
Auction volumes dropped dramatically across Australia's capital cities due to the Easter holiday period, with scheduled auctions down 78.1 per cent compared to the previous week.
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PropTrack and Ambient transforming property valuation through noise analysis
PropTrack, has partnered with environmental data mapping experts at Ambient on a new study which details the impact of road, rail and transport noise on property values.
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More pain for tenants as rents re-accelerate
National rental prices have picked up pace in the first quarter of 2025, reversing the slowing trend observed late last year.
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Nine’s Kendall Bora sells off Sydney apartment following move to LA
After relocating to the United States to take up her new role as Nine’s Los Angeles bureau chief, Kendall Bora has sold her former Sydney base in Woollahra.
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Adelaide joins the million-dollar club
Adelaide has officially joined Australia's million-dollar club, with its median house price reaching $1,000,202 in the March quarter, according to Domain's latest House Price Report.
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Catherine Halloran: A New Chapter with OASIS Powered by @realty
Catherine Halloran, a seasoned agent, recently found herself navigating a significant career transition when her previous agency closed its doors. Faced with the decision to either join another brand or forge her own path, Catherine chose the latter, and her journey led her to OASIS powered by @realty.
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Agents’Agency partners with realestate.com.au to deliver bigger, better results
realestate.com.au has announced a new national partnership with Agents’Agency, which is set to deliver more value across the agency’s membership network.
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